Photochromic Dye Process Technologist (Kilo‑Lab)

PPG Industries; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

PPG’s Specialty Coatings and Materials team seeks an experienced technician in Monroeville, PA to support kilo-lab scale-up of novel photochromic dyes. You will work with a cross-functional team, following SOPs, documenting data, and maintaining a safe, compliant lab environment.

You will operate reactors and handle materials, collaborate with chemists and engineers, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced R&D setting.

Qualifications

• Complete required training (or refresher training, as applicable) to achieve full proficiency in lab operations and processes.
• Apply standardized methods consistently while maintaining strong safety and quality practices.
• Support onboarding and training of new technicians.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical work with support responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely scale up photochromic dye processes using kilo-lab equipment, ensuring quality, reproducibility, and adherence to procedures.
• Operate and maintain reactors and associated equipment; monitor processes and perform adjustments and troubleshooting as required.
• Prepare, measure, and handle raw materials according to established process instructions.
• Accurately document process data, material usage, and observations in laboratory records and electronic systems.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment; follow PPE requirements and report hazards or near-misses.
• Identify routine process or equipment issues, apply standard solutions, and elevate as needed with clear documentation.
• Support development, improvement, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Communicate lab status, issues, and updates with the technical team.
• Collaborate effectively with chemists, engineers, and other team members.

Skills

Strong organizational andcommunication

Hands-on technical balance

Safety and quality practices

Tools

Kilo-lab equipment

Job description

PPG’s Specialty Coatings and Materials team seeks an experienced technician in Monroeville, PA to support kilo-lab scale-up of novel photochromic dyes. You will work with a cross-functional team, following SOPs, documenting data, and maintaining a safe, compliant lab environment.

You will operate reactors and handle materials, collaborate with chemists and engineers, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced R&D setting.